Joseph Nii Laryea Afotey-Agbo (born July 31, 1967) is a Ghanaian and was the Greater Accra Regional Minister of Ghana. Before this, he was the Volta Regional Minister. He is also a member of the seventh Parliament of the Fourth Republic of Ghana representing the Kpone-Katamanso Constituency in the Greater Accra Region on the ticket of the National Democratic Congress
Personal life

He is a Christian (Presbyterian) who is married with seven children. In 2016, he lost his brother in a car crash. The brother, known as Quaye, reportedly did not survive the fatal crash which happened on Thursday night, while traveling in a car around Ada.
Early life and education

Afotey-Agbo was born on July 31, 1967. He hails from Katamanso-Nungua, a town in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. He graduated from Ghana Institute of Journalism and obtained his diploma degree in public relations. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree, Executive Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and Governance.

Joseph Nii Laryea Afotey-Agbo – President, International Humanitarian Aid and Rescue Foundation (I.H.A.R.F)

Joseph Nii Laryea Afotey-Agbo is a visionary leader and humanitarian, serving as the President of International Humanitarian Aid and Rescue Foundation (I.H.A.R.F), an NGO dedicated to uplifting homeless children, orphans, and widows. His unwavering love for people, especially children, drives his mission to provide shelter, education, and emotional support to society’s most vulnerable.

With a strong passion for social change, Mr. Afotey-Agbo has championed self-dependence programs that equip individuals with skills and opportunities to rebuild their lives. Through mentorship, leadership training, and empowerment initiatives, he instills confidence and self-worth in those he serves, inspiring them to embrace their potential.

Beyond grassroots efforts, he actively advocates for government intervention, pushing for policies that protect the less fortunate and ensure equal opportunities for all. Under his leadership, Beacon of Hope Foundation has grown into a pillar of support, fostering hope, dignity, and transformation in communities.